Precise wood splitting tools for craft and DIY

Why choose this splitting froe set?

Materials and dimensions

Detailed specifications

Brand
Sharky Forged Steel Tools
Category
Tool Sets
Material
52100 carbon steel blades and ash wood handles finished with natural linseed oil
Dimensions
Includes one small froe (blade 14.5 cm) and one large froe (blade 25.5 cm) to cover various wood splitting needs
Type
Tool Sets
Design
Tool Sets
Handle material
durable ash wood with natural linseed oil finish
Blade
52100 carbon steel, hardened for edge retention
Includes two sizes
small (blade 14.5 cm) and large (blade 25.5 cm)
Weight
650 g (22.9 oz) ▪ Weight with leather sheath: 700 g (24.7 oz) Splitting Froe #2 ▪ Blade length: 25.5 cm (10 inches) ▪ Blade width: 6 cm (2.4 inches) ▪ Blade thickness: 6 mm (0.24 inches) ▪ Handle length: 40.5 cm (15.9 inches) ▪ Weight: 935 g (33 oz) ▪ Weight with leather sheath: 1035 g (36.5 oz) Specification ✔️ Blade Material: 52100 Carbon Steel (conforming to ASTM A295 standard), with a hardness of 59/62 HRC. This ensures exceptional edge retention and wear resistance. ✔️ Handle Material: Ash wood, chosen for its durability, lightweight nature, and excellent shock-absorbing properties, making it comfortable to use for extended periods. Comfortable ash handle feels great in your hand. Finished with linseed oil. ✔️ Condition: Sharpened and ready to use upon delivery, ensuring immediate use. ✔️ Versatility: Multifunctional Froe can be used for splitting wood, making boards, wood shingles or kindling; They are safer and more accurate to use than axes or cleavers because the blade does not rotate. ✔️ Ideal for both hobbyists and professional DIYers who want a high-quality tool that combines performance with ease of use. ✔️ Qty: 2 pcs ✔️ Leather Sheaths are Included. Key Features & Benefits ✅ Hand forged from 52100 (ASTM A295) hardened carbon steel. Provides exceptional durability and performance, allowing your Froe to easily handle the toughest jobs and maintain its integrity for years to come. ✅ Keeps sharp for a long time of use. Improves splitting of wood by splitting it along the grain. The polished, smooth forged blade easily handles driving one edge of the blade into the end of a piece of wood in the direction of the grain, then rotating the blade into the wood by rotating the handle. ✅ Handmade by experienced craftsmen. Each instrument is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, offering a unique touch that mass produced instruments cannot match. This will add a personal and artistically appealing element to your tool inventory that is both functional and distinctive. ✅ Ergonomic handle for comfortable grip and control. The ergonomic handle provides comfort and ease of use, helping to prevent hand fatigue during long harvesting sessions. ✅ Affordable price and worldwide delivery. Provides excellent value for money without sacrificing quality, making high quality work accessible to more craftsmen

What arrives

One 2-Piece Splitting Froe Set by Sharky Forged Steel Tools in the selected option unless the product details list a set or kit.

Sizing for your woodwork

Exact size information

Use with a wooden mallet to drive the blade into wood along the grain, then twist the handle to split the wood safely and accurately. Follow manufacturer safety guidelines and maintain blades as advised.

Two blade sizes for varied needs

Best with the material, sharpening method, storage, and safety setup described for this tool. Do not substitute for unrelated cutting or prying tasks.

Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and safety guidance.

Care and handling

Shipping, returns, and maintenance

Shipping details

Shipping rates and delivery estimates are shown at checkout. Most partner-brand orders ship in 1-5 business days when inventory is available, but timing can vary by supplier, destination, item type, and carrier. Multi-brand orders may arrive in separate packages.

Return policy overview

Return requests are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Damaged, defective, incorrect, or missing items are fully supported; contact Resin Society first and we will coordinate directly with the brand. Change-of-mind returns are reviewed according to the supplier's return policy and item condition.
2-Piece Splitting Froe Set with ash wood handles and forged steel blades

Quiet force in the grain

Ash handles warmed by hand, matte steel catching the wood’s line—work slows, and the split follows intention.

At the block

The moment the log opens

Two blades, one rhythm

Swinging steel can feel loud and uncertain. The 2-Piece Splitting Froe Set by Sharky Forged Steel Tools turns the task into a measured press and twist, guiding each split along the wood’s truth. With small and large blades at hand, you choose finesse or reach without breaking stride.

Work that listens back

A froe doesn’t rush. It reads the grain, makes shingles or kindling with steadier hands, and keeps the focus on accuracy over brute force. The ash grips sit comfortably through long sessions, while the sharpened edges arrive ready for the first clean open.

For those who build slowly and well

Woodworkers and DIYers who favor calm control over swing-and-hope, shaping planks, shingles, or fire-starting stock at a outdoor block or quiet shop bench.

Where it lives

Set the blade on the end grain, drive it in, then twist to follow the split for planks, shingles, or tidy kindling.
  • Hand-tool work
  • Woodworking
  • Carving and shaping
  • Shop setup
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Tool maker profile

About Sharky Forged Steel Tools

Sharky Forged Steel Tools is a hands-on maker dedicated to empowering woodworkers and carving enthusiasts with top-tier hand tools. Based in Hollywood, FL, the brand focuses on supplying carving knives, chisels, gouges, axes, leather tools and other tactile implements for woodshop and craft work. Sharky emphasizes durability, functionality, and beauty—tools built for shaping, carving, trimming, and building rather than disposable workshop accessories. Whether you’re a seasoned craftsman or beginning your carving journey, these real steel tools are curated to deliver precision and control on every project. Buyers should care because these are purpose-made implements for makers who demand reliable performance and honest tools that stand up to real use.
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What you want to know

Frequently asked questions

What sizes are included?
One small froe with a 14.5 cm blade and one large froe with a 25.5 cm blade.
What are the blades and handles made of?
The blades are 52100 carbon steel, and the handles are ash wood finished with linseed oil.
Do they arrive sharp?
Yes, both froes are sharpened and ready to use on delivery.
Are protective sheaths included?
Yes, leather sheaths are included for storage and protection.
What tasks suit these froes best?
They’re designed for splitting wood along the grain, such as making planks, shingles, or kindling.